It was a star-studded affair for the Vogue World event held in Milan on Tuesday night which attracted some of the biggest names in the fashion and celebrity world.

Coinciding with the start of Milan’s Fashion Week, Vogue headed to the city to host the spectacular event, held at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which is the oldest shopping arcade in Italy.

Jennifer Lopez, 57, led the arrivals as she turned heads with her usual Hollywood glamour – showing off her incredible curves in a low-cut black gown from Dolce & Gabbana.

The strapless corset-style dress was teamed with chic sheer gloves, a statement silver and emerald necklace and pointed heels to boost her height.

She was flanked by designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana as she left her swanky hotel earlier in the night to head to the venue.

Actress Dakota Johnson, 36, was also in attendance as she flashed plenty of skin in an open black jacket which she teamed with a stylish sheer skirt. 

Heidi Klum, 53, Naomi Campbell, 56, and Monica Belluci, 61, all opted for chic black looks too as they posed up a storm ahead of the show.

Pamela Anderson, 59, meanwhile was the epitome of sophistication in a gold silk Ferragamo gown and on this occasion did opt for a glowing face of makeup after recently opting for more natural looks.

Jennifer, 57, turned heads as she showed off her incredible curves in a low-cut black gown from Dolce And Gabbana

Hunter Schafer, Amy Jackson and her husband Ed Westwick, Jason Momoa and Donatella Versace were among the other huge names in attendance.

The theme this year for the Vogue event was ‘craftsmanship and the human touch’ in the age of technology. 

Vogue’s global editorial director Anna Wintour said of the event: ‘Milan is one of the great European capitals of craftsmanship, where heritage and modernity meet, and where art, literature, opera and industry have long converged.

‘There could be no better place for Vogue World to honour everything that is extraordinary about this city than the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.’ 

Vogue plan to showcase ‘the timeless story of Made in Italy’ with acts focused on Italian handcrafts and innovation. 

There will be a special musical collaboration with the Teatro alla Scala Chorus and Vogue have promised there will be ‘a few special guests’ who will make an appearance for the show.  

The event will raise money for the redevelopment of the Quarto Oggiaro Library in northwestern Milan. 

Following the main runway event, the public can visit an exclusive lifestyle hub called the Vogue Café, running from Thursday to Saturday at the historic Palazzo dei Giureconsulti. 

Milan is the fifth edition of Vogue’s global fashion spectacle. 

The strapless corset-style number was teamed with chic sheer gloves, a statement silver and emerald necklace and pointed heels to boost her height

The theme this year for the Vogue event was ‘craftsmanship and the human touch’ in the age of technology

She worked her best angles for the camera as she posed up a storm before heading inside 

She was flanked by designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana as she left her hotel earlier in the night

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Jennifer blew a kiss to her fans waiting outside the hotel

Naomi Campbell arrives at the Vogue World show during the Milan Fashion Week

Monica Belluci, 61, opted for a chic black look and huge towering heels as she arrived in her dark shades 

Model Stella Maxwell showed off her toned abs in a white co-ord as she posed with her boyfriend Matteo Milleri

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Stella displayed her toned frame in the skimpy look and boosted her height with towering strappy heels 

Vogue World started in 2022 in New York. 

After the Covid pandemic, they helped revitalise the city’s Fashion Week with a catwalk show on the street. 

The following year it headed to the historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London and then headed to Paris in 2024, with more than 500 models, athletes and performers participating in the show. 

Last year, Vogue World took place in Los Angeles with Nicole Kidman making a surprise appearance in custom Chanel on the catwalk.

The event will be livestreamed globally on Vogue’s website.  

York Biotech Campus (YBC) has grown from a government research facility into one of the north’s most prominent biotechnology hubs, now employing around 1,000 people.

The 80-acre site at Sand Hutton hosts organisations working in agri-tech, environmental science, healthcare, diagnostics, and advanced manufacturing, including Labcorp, Abingdon Health, and Cargill Bioindustrial.

Liz Cashon, estates manager at York Biotech Campus, said: “For 30 years, the campus has been supporting science that makes a real difference to people’s lives.

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“While the site has evolved significantly, from a government research facility to a thriving biotechnology hub, our purpose remains the same and that’s creating an environment where innovation can flourish.

“We’re incredibly proud of what has been achieved here and excited about the opportunities ahead as Yorkshire and the North continue to strengthen their position as centres of scientific excellence.”

Established in 1996 as part of a government initiative to strengthen the UK’s scientific research capabilities beyond Cambridge, YBC has achieved several key milestones in its three-decade history.

These include the formation of the Food and Environment Research Agency in 2009, its transition to Fera Science Limited in 2015, the arrival of Labcorp in 2017, and a rebrand to York Biotech Campus in 2020.

The campus has played a pivotal role in supporting scientific advancements addressing national priorities, from managing animal disease outbreaks and food safety crises to helping scale the production of COVID-19 lateral flow tests.

Tenants have also delivered globally significant innovations, including the world’s first saliva-based pregnancy test developed by Abingdon Health and Labskin Limited’s commercial launch of human skin equivalents representing different ethnicities.

Investment in specialist facilities has continued to drive progress at the campus.

In 2018, Fera Science Limited, in partnership with the Centre for Crop Health and Protection (CHAP) and supported by Innovate UK, launched Europe’s first fully flow-through, edge-of-field waterbody safety assessment facility, the E-Flows Mesocosm.

Fera also opened a dedicated Insect Research Laboratory, converting a 2,000 sq ft storage unit into a state-of-the-art facility through a £1 million investment.

Between 2016 and 2021, the campus undertook a £10 million improvement programme to upgrade infrastructure and support long-term growth.

York Biotech Campus continues to attract investment and talent, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of Yorkshire’s growing reputation in bioscience and innovation.

More information about the campus and its work can be found at yorkbiotechcampus.com.

Young stars are the flavour of the months within Man United keen on Lens teenager Mezian Mesloub as JJ Gabriel heads for the exit door, with Real Madrid and Barcelona leading the chase, but Chelsea also in the mix. The Blues are expected to explore January deals for Alex Scott, Adam Wharton and Lamine Camara in January, reigniting their summer interest, while they also keep tabs on Bournemouth winger Rayan.

The Prince and Princess of Wales dazzled on the red carpet tonight as they joined acting legend Tom Cruise for the world premiere of his new film.

While it’s hard to outshine Hollywood royalty, all eyes were on the future king and queen as they arrived for the Royal Film Performance of ‘Digger’ at the Odeon Luxe on London‘s Leicester Square. 

Princess Kate stunned in a purple flowing gown, wearing a love heart necklace and pearl drop earrings with her hair half-up-half-down, while Prince William looked dapper in black tie. 

There was huge anticipation in advance of the princess’s latest red carpet look.

It was something of a reunion for the couple and Cruise, 64, who met at the UK premiere of his hit film Top Gun: Maverick in May 2022.

Cruise is even reported to have organised a special screening of the movie for the Wales’s family after hearing the prince was a huge fan of the 1986 original.

Speaking about the Prince and Princess before their arrival, Cruise said: ‘I just love them. They are lovely people and I have great respect for them.‘

The star and the future king have also worked together at an event to support the London Air Ambulance charity. 

The Prince and Princess of Wales arriving at the Digger world premiere on Tuesday night

Kate stunned in a purple flowing gown, while William looked dapper in black tie 

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The royals met with Hollywood royalty as they chatted to acting legend Tom Cruise on the red carpet in London’s Leicester Square 

It was something of a reunion for the couple and Cruise, 64, who met at the UK premiere of his hit film Top Gun: Maverick in May 2022

The purple loveheart necklace Kate was wearing was also worn by Queen Camilla at the Royal World Premiere of ‘Skyfall’ at the Royal Albert Hall on October 23, 2012

Acting legend Tom Cruise joined the Prince and Princess of Wales on the red carpet for the premiere of his new film, Digger, in Leicester Square

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Tom Cruise stars as Digger Rockwell in the new satirical black comedy film ‘Digger’

He has said of William: ‘We have a lot in common. We both love England and we’re both aviators. We both love flying.’

Tonight’s premiere, hosted by Warner Bros and held in aid of the Film and TV Charity, saw William and Catherine greeted by the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of London and senior charity representatives before being escorted down the red carpet.

Digger is a satirical black comedy with Cruise playing a wealthy oil tycoon who unleashes an environmental disaster and then tries to prove he is the only man capable of saving the world.

The royals were introduced to members of the cast and creative team, including Cruise and filmmaker Alejandro G Iñárritu, before the cinema manager showed them to their seats in the auditorium, where they also met beneficiaries of the charity’s work.

The last Royal Film Performance was the premiere of Gladiator II in November 2024, which was attended by King Charles and Queen Camilla.

The King is patron of the Film and TV Charity, which benefits from royal premieres.

Prince William arrived earlier today at the ActOne community cinema in Acton, west London

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2022: William and Kate met Tom Cruise at the Royal Film Performance for Top Gun: Maverick

Tonight’s event is the 73rd Royal Film Performance in the organisation’s 100-year history.

The charity provides support to those across the film, television and cinema industries, many working behind the scenes, with everything from mental and physical wellbeing to financial support. This includes a 24/7 helpline, free counselling and financial grants.

Prince William is also president of BAFTA, which supports film, television and video game production in the UK.

Digger was filmed at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire.

Kensington Palace said the Prince of Wales was ‘passionate about championing the British cinema industry’, from nurturing emerging talent and local filmmakers to celebrating major international productions.

His appearance tonight came after a visit to the ActOne independent community cinema in Acton, West London, where he served popcorn to shocked filmgoers and attempted to use the till.

He also met local filmmakers who have been supported by ActOne, highlighting the vital role grassroots organisations play in opening up opportunities for young people.

“Since then, I’ve experienced some incredible moments in a Chelsea shirt. Winning the FIFA Club World Cup, having a season I’m proud of, being voted Player of the Season by our supporters and having the pride of becoming Chelsea’s number 9 are memories I’ll always carry with me.

Taylor Swift revealed her return to music on Tuesday with the release of a new single titled Patient Zero.

The pop icon, 36, who wed NFL star Travis Kelce, 36, in July, left fans speculating she was about to drop her wedding photos when her website launched a mysterious two hour countdown on Tuesday.

Swift, known for her previous countdowns and Easter Egg messages to fans, has shared past, similar cryptic posts eventually teasing the release of new albums, new photoshoots and limited edition merchandise.

Not content with tantalizing fans on her website, Swift had also altered both her Twitter and Instagram bio to read, ‘And, baby, that’s sh0w business f0r y0u’ along with a fire heart, with zeros replacing the letter O.

As 2pm ET struck, Swift revealed the cover art for her new single, which appeared to be in homage to the star being described as ‘patient zero’ for emotional contagion in a 2024 LA Times article.

She posted a sultry new snap, captioned, ‘I’ve been impatiently waiting to tell you that my brand new single “Patient Zero” will be out on September 25 (!!!!!!!!!!!!) and it’s available to pre-order now on my website for 24 hours.’

The pop icon, 36, who wed NFL star Travis Kelce, 36, in July, left fans speculating she was about to drop her wedding photos when her website launched a mysterious two hour countdown on Tuesday 

The photos showed Swift draped in revealing black dresses, while she sported smoky eye make-up and her signature red lip, seemingly launching a new era. 

Fans were able to preorder three different $3.99 versions of the track, including acoustic and piano singles.

The gothic shoot, which appeared to have taken place in a crypt led fans to speculate that Swift’s single could be from ‘a sister album to the life of a showgirl and it’s the death of a showgirl.’

The Daily Mail has contacted Swift’s representative for further comment – and has yet to hear back.

Ahead of the announcement fans had quipped ‘plot twist it’s taylor and trav’s wedding photos behind the countdown’ and ‘the countdown is for the wedding photos!!’

Others speculated Swift was set to release a deluxe version of her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl, while many said the three zeros were signifying angel numbers, signaling a ‘new beginning’ for the star.

Swift’s last album release came in October 2025 with the release of The Life of a Showgirl, while her most recent single, I Knew It, I Knew You, from the Toy Story 5 soundtrack, topped charts in June. 

Swift and Kelce tied the knot at Madison Square Garden on July 4 when the star’s publicist Tree Paine sent an email blast to journalists detailing the event – and how the couple were styled by Christian Dior.   

The bride complemented her look with Cartier jewelry and custom Christian Louboutin shoes. However, two months on from the nuptials, fans are yet to see any photos from the event.

‘Taylor & Travis did not have bridesmaids or groomsmen. Instead, her brother Austin Swift served as Taylor’s Man of Honor and Jason Kelce was Travis’ Best Man. The ceremony joined both families together and was officiated by friend Adam Sandler, Paine’s statement read.

Swift commemorated her wedding, an event she has fantasized about in her songs for decades, by serenading her new husband in front of their A-lister guests.

The pop star reportedly took the stage alongside music icons Stevie Nicks and Paul McCartney, though no video or pictures from inside the venue have been released.

A downpour swept across Manhattan just moments after Swift and Kelce said ‘I do’ – a sign of good luck undoubtedly noticed by the famously superstitious bride. 

The dramatic summer storm provided an unforgettable backdrop as the newlyweds kicked off the evening’s celebrations inside Madison Square Garden. 

‘The bride and groom’s wedding ceremony looks have been created by Christian Dior Haute Couture. They are designed by Jonathan Anderson, Creative Director of Dior Women’s, Men’s and Haute Couture Collections, in close collaboration with the Bride and Groom,’ Paine wrote in her statement.

Not content with tantalizing fans on her website, Swift also altered both her Twitter and Instagram bio to read, ‘And, baby, that’s sh0w business f0r y0u’ along with a fire heart – with the ‘o’s’ replaced by zeros

As 2pm ET struck, Swift revealed the cover art for her new single, which appeared to be in homage to the star being described as ‘patient zero’ for emotional contagion in a 2024 LA Times article

Swift flashed her engagement ring in the striking new snaps 

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Fans had speculated the reveal to be Swift and Kelce’s wedding snaps, saying ‘plot twist it’s taylor and trav’s wedding photos behind the countdown’ while a second typed, ‘the countdown is for the wedding photos!!’

Others speculated Swift was about to drop a new album, even a deluxe version of her most recent LP, The Life of a Showgirl

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Swift was seen flashing her wedding ring as she supported Kelce at the Kansas City Chiefs and the Indianapolis Colts game on Sunday

The Life of a Showgirl is the twelfth studio album from Swift and was released in October last year

‘This is the designer’s first couture wedding dress for a world-renowned celebrity. Their shoes were custom made by Christian Louboutin and the bride wore Cartier jewelry. 

There was no glimpse of a wedding dress, or titbits from speeches, with every guest under the rule of a strict non-disclosure agreement. 

Stars including Steven Spielberg, Jay Z, Paul McCartney, Graham Norton and Beyonce flooded MSG in blacked-out SUVs, while NYPD officials, briefed for the occasion, shut down streets in the sweltering heat. 

Swift’s beloved girl squad were by her side throughout. She started the day by getting ready at best friend Gigi Hadid’s house. Her other trusty sidekick, Selena Gomez, was in attendance, as was Lena Dunham, Ellie Goulding, Dakota Johnson and her childhood best friend, Abigail Anderson Berard.

Making a surprising appearance was Swift’s former close friend Karlie Kloss, who wowed in a gold dress alongside her husband Joshua Kushner.

Swift did not attend Kloss’s 2019 wedding after the pair had a rumored feud over the model’s close bond with the singer’s nemesis Scooter Braun.

Kelce was joined by his brother, Jason, members of the Kansas City Chiefs team, and longtime friends Ross Travis and Aric Jones. 

Guests included business executives, singers, movie stars and models. 

EasyJet cabin crew are set to walk out for five days in October and again in December over working conditions causing havoc with flight cancellations

Brits hoping to head off on holiday could see their easyJet flights cancelled with hundreds set to be axed over a staff walk-out.

Cabin crew in Portugal have decided to go on strike for five days in October and again in December with flights affected from Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports.

The SNPVAC union has been in a bitter row with easyJet bosses over pay and claims of unequal treatment. The first strike will be carried out from October 2 to October 6 with around 500 flights axed.

From the UK, easyJet operates flights to Portugal from airports including Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, Gatwick, Luton, Southend, Manchester and Newcastle.

Then a second walk out will take place from December 19 to December 23, messing up hundreds of holidaymakers’ travel plans over the festive period.

While easyJet has stated that it is “extremely disappointed” with the SNPVAC union, around 188 of the airline’s workers have unanimously agreed to take part in the strikes.

The union claims that easyJet “does not respond” to its concerns while saying working conditions for Portuguese staff continues to deteriorate. It alleges that the staff are paid less than the other cabin crews in Portugal, as well as other easyJet staff in other countries.

SNPVAC also claimed issues with planning and staff shortages which has led the crew to be pressured into working overtime.

While the potential of over 500 flights being axed in October is a worrying issue for the airline and travellers, the union stresses that the Christmas strike could be even worse, reported the Daily Record.

During the festive season, airlines usually operate fuller schedules. As such, this could result in greater disruption to easyJet’s operations if flights from the three airports are shut down.

Sharing its stance on the strikes, a spokesperson from easyJet told The Sun: “We are extremely disappointed that SNPVAC is planning strike actions despite our willingness to continue a constructive dialogue.

“We had just started a conciliation process through the mediation of DGERT with the aim to reach an agreement to meet our employees’ requests and protect the sustainability of easyJet business in Portugal.

“The current union demands are unworkable especially given that our crew are already paid significantly above the Portuguese national average.”

They added: “We are doing everything we can to minimize the impact of the strike on our customers including actioning some cancellations in advance to allow our customers to rearrange their travel plans.”

The Mirror has contacted easyJet for comment.

The global superstar will perform at Manchester’s Co-op Live on Wednesday, December 2, as part of a three-date UK tour.

It marks her first UK tour since 2019.

Dubbed the ‘Queen of Christmas’, Carey is expected to deliver a festive show featuring her famous holiday hits alongside chart-topping classics like Fantasy, Hero, Heartbreaker, and Always Be My Baby.

Her 1994 single All I Want For Christmas Is You remains a seasonal favourite and finally reached number one on the UK charts in 2020, more than 25 years after its original release.

The song has consistently returned to the top five every Christmas since.

Carey has hinted at a return to the UK for several months, and fans have been eagerly awaiting the announcement.

The Manchester show will be the final date on her UK tour, which kicks off on Friday, November 27, at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, followed by a performance at London’s O2 Arena on Monday, November 30.

Carey last performed a series of UK dates in 2019, though she has made a handful of one-off appearances in recent years.